Finally there are the miniature varieties, all of which
are two feet or less in height. The smallest of these is Jack
Sprat which has slender bronzy red leaves that arch and
twist slightly as they rise from the crown; it usually has a flush
of bright green at the base of the leaves. It is important to note that
these miniature flaxes also have small root systems, which tend
to dry out or drown if their growing conditions are not optimal.
They are generally easy to maintain in containers, but may need
close watching when grown in the ground.